Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite User manual

ArtiDiag900 Lite
Automotive Diagnostic Tool USER MANUAL

Multilingual User Manual
Safety Is Always the First Priority!
Section 1 What's in the Box?
Section 2 Product Overview
Section 3 Getting Started
Section 4 Using Your ArtiDiag900 Lite
Section 5 Specications
Section 6 FAQ
Section 7 Warranty
Section 8 FCC
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CONTENTS

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MULTILINGUAL USER MANUAL
SAFETY IS ALWAYS THE FIRST PRIORITY!
For your safety, the safety of others, and to avoid any
damage to the product and your vehicle, CAREFULLY
READ AND MAKE SURE YOU FULLY UNDERSTAND ALL THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING. You must also read the vehicle's
service manual, and observe the stated precautions
or instructions before and during any test or service
procedure.
Keep yourself, your clothing and other objects away
from moving or hot engine parts and avoid contact with
electrical connections.
ONLY OPERATE THE VEHICLE IN A WELL-VENTILATED
AREA, as the vehicle produces carbon monoxide, a toxic
and poisonous gas, and particulate matter when the
engine is running.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
For multilingual manual in PDF form, scan the QR code below or visit
www.topdon.com/products/artidiag900-lite

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SECTION 1 WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
• ArtiDiag900 Lite Tablet
• ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface)
• Power Adapter
• OBD-II Extension Cable
• USB Cable (Type-A to Type-C)
• Quick User Guide
• User Manual
• Carrying Case
ALWAYS WEAR approved SAFETY GOGGLES to prevent
damage from sharp objects and caustic liquids.
DO NOT SMOKE OR HAVE ANY FLAMES NEAR THE VEHICLE
when testing. The fuel and battery vapors are highly
ammable.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INTERACT WITH THE PROUDUCT
WHILE DRIVING. Any distraction may cause an accident.
TURN THE IGNITION OFF BEFORE CONNECTING OR
DISCONNECTING THE PRODUCT FROM THE VEHICLE's
DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) to prevent causing damage
to the product or vehicle's electronic components.

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SECTION 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.1 ArtiDiag900 Lite Tablet
2.1.1 Feature Description
Figure 2-1
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Eight-Inch Touch Screen
Reset Button
Insert a pin (not included) into the pinhole and press and hold
for 10 seconds to force restart the tablet.
Power Button
Long press the button to turn on the tablet. Long press again
to display the Power off / Restart / Screenshot toolbar, then
tap the desired option.
Short press the button to wake up / lock the screen.
3.5 mm Audio Port
RJ45 Port
USB Type-A Port
Connects the ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet and the ArtiDiag900 Lite
VCI using the supplied USB cable.
DC Power Supply Input Port (12V, 2 A)
Charges the ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet using the supplied power
adapter.
HDMI Port
USB Type-C Port
For data transfer and charging (5V, 2 A)
Screenshot Button
Press and hold for 2 seconds to take a screenshot.
Mic
TF Card Expansion Slot
Supports hot swap and up to 128 GB storage expansion.
VCI Slot
Camera Lens
Audio Speaker
Collapsible Stand
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2.1.2 Home Screen
Open the ArtiDiag900 Lite app, and the home screen will display.
1. Function Icons
Allows you to perform full-system
diagnostics functions including
reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTCs), clearing DTCs, viewing data
streams, reading Electronic Control
Unit (ECU) version information, and
performing active test. You can also
access EOBD & OBD-II and Diagnostic
Feedback through this module.
Provides 8 maintenance services.
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Figure 2-2

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Allows you to update the vehicle-
specic Diagnostics software if a new
version is available.
Allows you to access Reports (Auto
Scan Reports, DTC Reports, and Data
Stream Reports)and Replay Data.
Includes Generic OBD-II DTC Repair
Guide, DTC Location, Technical Service
Bulletins, and Warning Light Library,
which provides reference information
on vehicle inspection, diagnostics, and
repair.
Congures the ArtiDiag900 Lite
tablet to operate as a battery tester
(optional).
Provides access to My Prole, VCI
Management, Firmware Update,
Vehicle Management, Customer
Feedback, Shop Info, and Settings.
Update
Folder
Library
Tester
User Info

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2. Navigation Bar
Selecting this icon returns you to the
previous screen.
Selecting this icon returns you to the
home screen of Android System.
Selecting this icon displays a list of the
opened apps. You can swipe left or
right to view the full list, tap to open
the app, or swipe up to remove the
app.
Opened Apps
Android Home
Back
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2.2 ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI
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1. Indicators
2. OBD-II 16 Pin Connector
Connects the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI to vehicle's DLC.
3. USB Type-C Port
Connects the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI to the ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet
using the supplied USB cable.
Solid Blue: Bluetooth connected
Bluetooth
Connection Indicator
Power
Indicator
Communication
Indicator
Solid Red: power on
Flashing Green: communicating with
the vehicle

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SECTION 3 GETTING STARTED
3.1 Register & Log In
3.2 Plug the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI into the Vehicle's DLC
3.3 Turn the Ignition to the "ON" Position (see Figure 3-2)
Open the ArtiDiag900 Lite app to log in to your TOPDON account. (If
you do not have an account, please register with your email.)
Take the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI out from the back slot of the
ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet and plug it into the vehicle's DLC. The
vehicle's DLC port is usually located under the dashboard.
If you encounter a problem in locating the DLC, please go to Library
> DLC Location for more details, or refer to the vehicle's service
manual.
If your vehicle is equipped with a keyless start system and the
ignition switch is an "Engine Start Stop" button (see Figure 3-3), press
the "Engine Start Stop" button until the car is in "ON" mode. Do not
apply the brake while pressing the "Engine Start Stop" button, or you
will start the car instead of putting it in the "ON" position.
The method of ignition varies by vehicle model. Refer to the vehicle's
service manual for details.
Note: Make sure the ignition is always OFF before plugging in the
ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI.
Car OBD-II Interface
Figure 3-1

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3.4 Bind the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI
① Go to User Info > VCI Management. Tap the icon at the top
right corner of the screen, and the device will ask you to connect the
Bluetooth rst.
② Connect the Bluetooth as prompted. Then the serial number and
activation code will be automatically obtained.
The red power LED light on the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI indicates the
ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI is powered on.
Figure 3-4
Figure 3-2 Figure 3-3
ENGINE
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③Then tap Activate to bind the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI to the
ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet.
To enable communication between the ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet and
the vehicle, the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI and the ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet
must always be connected rst. VCI connection can be done via
wireless (Bluetooth) or wired (USB cable) solution.
Tap Diagnostics from the home screen of the ArtiDiag900 Lite app,
and tap the icon at the upper right of the screen to establish
Bluetooth connection with the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI.
After the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI is successfully connected, the icon
changes to , and the Bluetooth Connection Indicator on the
ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI lights solid blue.
3.5 Connect the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI to the ArtiDiag900 Lite Tablet
3.5.1 Wireless VCI Connection
Figure 3-5
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Use the supplied USB cable to connect the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI to
the ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet (see Figure 3-6). After the ArtiDiag900
Lite VCI is properly connected to the tablet, the icon changes to
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3.5.2 Wired VCI Connection
Figure 3-6
USB Type-A
USB Type-C
Note:
Once the ArtiDiag900 Lite VCI has been successfully connected to
your ArtiDiag900 Lite via Bluetooth, the connection will be resumed
automatically next time when you open the ArtiDiag900 Lite app.
If not connected, manually tap of any screen with this icon to
reconnect.
Note:
Once wired connection is applied, Bluetooth will be disconnected
automatically.
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3.6 Your ArtiDiag900 Lite Is Now Ready for Use
SECTION 4 USING YOUR ARTIDIAG900 LITE
4.1 Diagnostics
The Diagnostics module allows you to scan all supported vehicle
systems at one time (Auto Scan) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
or select an individual system to perform Read Trouble Code, Clear
Trouble Code, Read Data Stream, Read Version Information and Active
Test. You can also access EOBD & OBD-II and Diagnostic Feedback
through this module.
Identifying the Vehicle
To perform Auto Scan or Individual System Diagnostics, you need to
identify your vehicle rst. Tap Diagnostics from the home screen of
the ArtiDiag900 Lite app to enter the Diagnostic screen. You will see
VIN and Make at the top of the screen.
4.1.1 Auto Scan and Individual System Diagnostics
Figure 3-7
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Identifying via VIN
VIN allows you to identify the vehicle via Auto VIN or Enter VIN.
· Auto VIN - The ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet automatically reads and
decodes the Vehicle Identication Number (VIN).
· Enter VIN - manually enter or scan the vehicle VIN to identify the
vehicle.
Identifying via Make
1. Tap Make, and a list of vehicle makes will display.
2. Select or enter the make of your vehicle.
3. Select Automatic / Manual to identify the vehicle.
Automatic
Manually enter the VIN or tap Read to acquire the VIN, then tap
Conrm. ArtiDiag900 Lite will automatically decode the VIN to
identify the vehicle.
Manual
Manually select the vehicle information to identify the vehicle.
A systems menu will display after the vehicle is identied.
Figure 4-1
Note:
A demonstration mode (DEMO option on the Make list) is
provided to help you become familiar with the Diagnostics
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Note:
Systems may vary by vehicle make, model and year.
Figure 4-2
Auto Scan
Auto Scan detects all the systems supported by the vehicle and
retrieves DTCs for all of these systems, providing a complete health
check of your vehicle. Performing Auto Scan before and after repair
could help in troubleshooting and validating repairs. Pre and post
scan reports can allow you to record the condition of the vehicle
before and after repair for comparison.
To perform an Auto Scan, tap Auto Scan at the bottom corner; the
ArtiDiag900 Lite tablet will start scanning all the systems supported
by the vehicle, and DTC retrieval will be automatically proceeded.
Results are displayed progressively as the systems are scanned.

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Figure 4-3
Button Description
Report - tap to save the current scan results in report format. (To
view the saved reports, go to Folder > Reports > Auto Scan
Reports)
Clear DTCs - tap to clear all the DTCs retrieved.
Show All / Show Actual - tap to toggle between showing all vehicle
systems and showing only the supported systems.
Performing Individual System Diagnostics
Apart from Auto Scan, you can also select an individual system to
perform Read Trouble Code, Clear Trouble Code, Read Data Stream,
Read Version Information and Active Test for that particular system.
Read Trouble Code
1. After the vehicle is identied, select the system for which you wish
to retrieve DTCs from the systems menu.
2. Tap Read Trouble Code in the function menu.
ArtiDiag900 Lite will communicate with the ECU and retrieve and
display DTCs for the currently selected system.
3. Tap the icon at the right side to open the option menu of a
particular DTC.
Note:
Depending on the vehicle make, some functions may not be
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Figure 4-4
Icon Description
When the icon lights up, it indicates that the DTC is
causing a warning light to illuminate.
When the icon lights up, tap to open a window
that allows you to search on Google for more
information about the DTC.
When the icon lights up, tap to view the detailed
description of the DTC.
When the icon lights up, tap to view the freeze
frame captured at the time when the DTC occurs.
When the icon lights up, tap to view the instructive
repair measures.